Archive · 27 Jul 2025
CBSE Mandates Audio-Visual CCTVs in Schools
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is making schools put in cameras that can record both video and sound in important places.
This is to help keep students safe and stop bullying.
Some schools already have these cameras, but others are worried about how much it will cost to add sound recording to all their cameras.
Schools need to keep the recordings for at least two weeks.
Some schools are already using the cameras to keep an eye on what is happening on their school campuses.
CBSE mandates audio-visual CCTV installation in all affiliated schools.
The mandate aims to ensure student safety and address bullying.
Schools already have cameras installed but face upgrade and cost concerns.
Cameras are required in classrooms, corridors, and other common areas.
Schools must store footage for a minimum of 15 days.
- Who
- CBSE and affiliated schools.
- What
- CBSE mandates audio-visual CCTV cameras in schools.
- When
- A circular was issued by the CBSE on July 21.
- Where
- Schools affiliated with CBSE.
- Why
- To ensure student safety and address bullying.
Schools with Concerns
Schools with Implementation
Cost vs. Benefit
Schools with Concerns
High costs associated with upgrading and maintaining audio-visual cameras.
Schools with Implementation
The need for comprehensive CCTV coverage for student safety and monitoring.
- Mandate
- Audio-visual CCTV cameras
- Issued by
- CBSE
- Purpose
- Student safety and bullying prevention
- Camera Placement
- Classrooms, corridors, entry/exit points, etc.
- Storage Requirement
- Minimum 15 days
- Concerns
- Cost, maintenance